Free Level 3 Plumbing Course in Birmingham. Classes run at University College Birmingham, full-time during the day. The course takes one year to complete. You'll cover plumbing systems and pipework, heating systems, health and safety, and sustainable construction methods. Practical, hands-on plumbing classes are supported by dedicated construction facilities on campus. You'll also develop your maths and English alongside your trade skills. This level 3 plumbing qualification builds on Level 2 study and prepares you for work as a plumber or heating engineer.
Who this course is for
Plumbing and heating systems are essential parts of any construction project, and skilled plumbers are always in demand, particularly with major building and regeneration schemes happening across the UK today. If you want to become a plumber or heating engineer, our Plumbing Level 3 course provides the perfect continuation of your studies from Level 2 to further develop skills and knowledge that will enable you to turn this trade into a lifelong career.
Entry requirements
Please refer to the University College Birmingham course page for specific entry requirements.
What you will learn
You'll work with plumbing systems and pipework in practical settings.
You'll install and maintain domestic heating systems.
You'll fit bathrooms and domestic appliances.
You'll apply health and safety practices in construction environments.
You'll use modern sustainable construction methods and green technology.
You'll develop your maths and English skills alongside your trade training.
How you will learn
You'll learn through hands-on practical training in dedicated construction facilities, supported by classroom-based teaching. Assessment is through a combination of practical tasks and written work. You'll attend full-time daytime plumbing classes over the course of one year at the centre's Centre for Sustainable Construction.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. University College Birmingham will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Plumber. Install and repair domestic and commercial plumbing systems.
Heating engineer. Fit and maintain central heating and boiler systems.
Bathroom fitter. Specialise in bathroom installation and renovation.
Maintenance plumber. Handle repairs and upkeep in residential or commercial buildings.
Construction trades worker. Work across plumbing and broader building projects.
What you could study next
NVQ Level 3 in Plumbing and Heating. The NVQ is often needed for a CSCS skilled-worker card, which many employers require on site.
Plumbing and Domestic Heating Technician Apprenticeship (Level 3). Earn while you train and gain industry-recognised experience.
Gas Safe registration training. A further step if you want to work on gas appliances and heating systems legally in the UK.
